Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend Ashley Flowers from Crime Junkie
Dec 22, 2022
Ashley Flowers, the dynamic host of Crime Junkie and author of All Good People Here, shares her journey into the captivating world of true crime. She reveals what drew her to this genre and why Los Angeles is a hotbed for crime stories. The conversation delves into the emotional complexity of unresolved cases and the unique bonds formed among true crime fans. With a blend of macabre humor, they discuss the challenges of writing about crime and personal growth, creating an engaging mix of light-heartedness and serious reflections.
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Early Crime Interest
- Ashley Flowers's mother read her Nancy Drew and Agatha Christie, sparking an early interest in crime.
- Realizing that such crimes happen in real life, like the JonBenet case, intensified her fascination.
Intriguing Cases
- Ashley Flowers is drawn to unsolved cases because she feels a sense of purpose in potentially contributing to their resolution.
- She is also intrigued by missing person cases, where individuals seemingly vanish without a trace.
Bonding Over Crime
- Conan O'Brien and Sona Movsesian bonded over their shared interest in true crime early in their working relationship.
- They found they could finish each other's sentences while discussing true crime cases.
